Kaija Szylko
Summary
Recent graduate seeking a full-time position in global health with a focus on humanitarian aid and crisis intervention. Passionate about improving living conditions across all populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Promotion Intern
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led health education workshops on Medicaid and the U.S. healthcare system, equipping 50+ refugee clients with the knowledge to independently access care.
- Collaborated with interpreters to deliver accessible health education in 25+ languages, ensuring equitable healthcare access for diverse populations.
- Communicated directly with French and Spanish-speaking clients, strengthening cross-cultural trust and refining medical Spanish proficiency in a clinical setting.
Summer Data Analytics Intern
Omnidian
Seattle, WA
06.2020 - 09.2024
- Optimized data accuracy by identifying and resolving system discrepancies, reducing reporting errors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot system data issues, improving data integrity.
- Expanded technical proficiency, growing from basic Excel skills to effectively handling complex data analysis and reporting tasks.
2024 Global Health and Development Policy Program
School for International Training
Geneva, Switzerland
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Engaged in onsite briefings with WHO, the UN, and Doctors Without Borders, gaining expertise in global health governance, humanitarian response, and human rights frameworks.
- Applied socioeconomic and epidemiological models to assess health determinants and disease burden across income levels.
- Evaluated Morocco's health system through field research, identifying gaps in international health regulations and local public health infrastructure.
- Led an independent research initiative on the psychological impacts of economic vulnerability, conducting expert interviews and synthesizing findings to inform policy recommendations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Global Health
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, WI05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, WI05.2025
Skills
- Quantifying health challenges concerning global burden of disease metrics, the human development index, sustainable development goals, and planetary health boundaries
- Excel in meeting deadlines, strategic planning, and high attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- RStudio Coding and Applied Analytical Statistics
- Cultural sensitivity
- Psychosocial support and health promotion
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Volunteer Travel
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Enjoy participating in running, hiking, and skiing for overall physical and mental well-being
Timeline
Health Promotion Intern
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
05.2024 - 08.2024
2024 Global Health and Development Policy Program
School for International Training
01.2024 - 05.2024
Summer Data Analytics Intern
Omnidian
06.2020 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Global Health
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin–Madison